Jason Silva: The Futurist Who Channels Lightning Through Cannabis
Jason Silva, the Venezuelan-American futurist, filmmaker, and creator of Shots of Awe, has a way of speaking that electrifies the mind. He takes big ideas, wraps them in poetry, and fires them at you in rapid bursts. And now, he’s turning that energy towards cannabis.
Cannabis and the Mind of the Artist: A Surreal Journey
In his latest video, Silva and collaborator Brad Necyk pair surreal AI imagery with a spoken journey into the way cannabis changes our perception. For them, it’s not about escaping reality, but rather a reconfiguration of attention towards beauty and a glimpse into the mind of an artist.
Bicycles, Birds, and Blooming Colors: A Magical Ride
Silva sets the scene with two poets, himself and his friend Edgar, riding bicycles through the Dutch countryside. High on cannabis, they move through fairy-tale villages, surrounded by the beauty of everyday life. The universe seems to be orchestrating every detail just for them, and Silva captures this feeling with his words and imagery.
The Artist’s Gaze: A Shift in Perception
In this state, time stretches and every object becomes a work of art. The air is charged with possibility, and it’s a way of seeing that artists know well. Cannabis opens this door for anyone willing to walk through, and for Silva and Edgar, it’s a way of life. A commitment to immediacy and being fully present in the raw texture of existence.
The Call: An Invitation to Stay Awake
Silva’s voice, images, and philosophy are an invitation to stay awake and seek beauty. Whether it’s through cannabis, art, or any other tool that helps dissolve our filters, the message is clear: step into the world with fresh eyes and let yourself be flooded with wonder.
Watch the Video: Cannabis and the Mind of the Artist
Experience the magic for yourself by watching Silva’s latest video, Cannabis and the Mind of the Artist. As he closes with the words of David Foster Wallace, let it serve as a reminder of what’s at stake if we choose to remain unconscious and miss out on the infinite beauty of the world around us.
Join the Movement: #StayAwake
Follow Jason Silva on Instagram and join the movement to #StayAwake. Let his voice, images, and philosophy inspire you to seek beauty and embrace the fullness of life. And remember, as Silva says, “The only way to get rid of the darkness is to flood it with light.”
